Nothing is quite as alarming as hearing a strange noise come from your AC when it kicks on to cool your home. While there is always going to be a certain amount of noise that comes from your AC working, you shouldn’t start to hear something strange or out of the ordinary. These noises usually point to something wrong that needs to be fixed. Whenever you hear noises that are unusual, you need to work to get them fixed as soon as possible so the situation doesn’t worsen. LV Heating & Cooling is here to talk about some of the most common strange noises and what they usually mean for your unit.
Watch Out for These Strange AC Noises
It is important as a homeowner to be aware of the noises in your home. Often, when the noises of the systems in your home change, it means that something is amiss. Your AC system is no different. Make sure you are watching for these strange noises that can indicate you have an AC issue that needs to be fixed:
– Screeching/Squealing: A high pitched screech or squeal is never a welcomed sound for homeowners. Your AC shouldn’t be making noises like this. When they are, it means that you more than likely have a belt or bearing that has gone out. If you have a newer system that is making this sound, it might be the condenser fan as well. Regardless, it isn’t a noise that you should ignore.
– Buzzing: Another sound that you don’t want to hear is buzzing. This often means that there is something wrong with the electrical components of the unit. Another common issue that can be linked to this sound is an issue with the compressor malfunctioning. It is important to note whether or not the buzzing is coming from the inside or the outside of the house. It can be helpful when trying to diagnose the problem you’re dealing with.
– Hissing: Your AC unit has refrigerant inside of it that works to help draw the heat out of the air in your home and cool it down. This refrigerant is necessary and found inside a closed system. This means that you shouldn’t ever run out of it. The closed system that houses your refrigerant keeps it circulating through evaporator coils using extremely high pressure. When there is a leak in this system, it can cause a hissing sound. It is important that you address this problem as soon as possible so that you aren’t stuck feeling uncomfortable.
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If you have noticed that there are new, strange noises coming from your AC unit, it’s time to call on LV Heating & Cooling to get to the bottom of the problem. We will work to diagnose the issue and repair it as soon as possible. We want to make sure you’re comfortable in your home this summer. Call us today!
